2009 BMW 550 vs. 1955 Buick 40
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1955 Buick 40 | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 550 | 40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 5277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1725 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3110 mm |